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Mt. Evans and Meyer-Womble

 Series
Identifier: U078.03

Abstract

This series contains information about the observatory at the top of Mt. Evans, some history about DU building an observatoryat the peak, the construction of the Meyer-Womble telescope, data, logbooks, and events that took place while the observatory was in use.

Dates

  • Other: 1923 - 2020

Extent

From the Collection: 43.75 Linear Feet (41 containers)

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains information about the Physics and Astronomy Department. It includes syllabi, degree and program information, correspondence, reports, manuals, publications, personal records, photographs, and administrative records. There are also aerial photographs of Mt. Evans and Echo Lake. Recently, information about Chamberlin Observatory and Mt. Evans Observatory were added. This information includes grant proposals, conservation information, articles, photographs, MOG event information, and guestbooks for the observatory on Mt. Evans.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository

Contact:
2150 East Evans Avenue
Denver CO 80208
(303) 871-3428